Advance women’s and reproductive health at the University of Alberta through research, education, clinical care, and inclusive departmental leadership.

The Chair will lead the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology during a period of renewal and opportunity. The department’s strengths span general obstetrics and gynecology, maternal-fetal medicine, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, gynecologic oncology, reproductive sciences, and urogynecology. Working with WCHRI, research institutes, Faculty and University leaders, and health-system partners, the Chair will deepen collaboration and build alignment. The successful candidate will strengthen respectful working environments, support learners and educators, and develop faculty and staff through mentorship and career development. A explicit vision, sound judgment, timely communication, and responsible stewardship are central to the mandate.

Key Responsibilities:

- Bring faculty, staff,



and learners together around shared direction
- Address difficult issues constructively while maintaining accountability
- Build partnerships supporting women’s and reproductive health research
- Develop faculty, staff, and emerging leaders through mentorship
- Align academic and clinical priorities across evolving health systems

Requirements:

- MD or equivalent and recognized specialist certification
- Eligibility for Obstetrics and Gynecology licensure in Alberta
- Compelling vision and ability to lead through change
- Robust commitment to education, research, and clinical innovation
- Ability to create respectful, inclusive, and safe environments

Lead interdisciplinary progress in women’s and reproductive health as the University of Alberta’s Obstetrics and Gynecology Chair.

📌 Women’s Reproductive Health Academic Chair (Edmonton)
🏢 University of Alberta
📍 Edmonton